Episodes

Feb. 8, 2019

99: Economic Development - Corey Murphy - Trumps State of the Union

Episode 99 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/112 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Chase Peyton is in the third chair….Strangely drinking Budweiser tall boys. Corey Murphy is the featured guest. Corey serves as the CEO & President of the New Castle Henry County Economic Development Corporation. We learn about the role they play between government and the private sector in business development. Dakota pitches the idea of using the county shell building for a jail. Corey also shared his recent experience travelling to Japan, meeting with some of the home offices of companies that have business in Henry County. Finally, the guys break down the highs and lows of the State of the Union. Support our program by joining at Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty - All members can join in person for the 100th episode recording on February 14th!
Feb. 1, 2019

98: Can Downtowns and Newspapers Survive?

Episode 98 of Boss Hog of Liberty, sponsored by Montgomery’s Steakhouse is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/111 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Kade Koger returns to the 3rd co-host chair! We are joined by friend of the program, Travis Weik. Travis recently became the editor of The Courier Times. In this new age of digital media, and layoffs at big national and statewide newspapers, how does the local paper compete? Great conversation about choosing local headlines over national. Travis also operates Saved Games Library and Shop in Downtown New Castle. We discuss the future of our downtowns. Are they the future of small communities? Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Jan. 25, 2019

97: Rob Kendall Governor? Covington Catholic - Government Shut Down

Episode 97 of Boss Hog of Liberty, sponsored by Montgomery’s Steakhouse is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/110 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Rob Kendall of 93 WIBC joins us to talk about Indiana State politics. Is the Governor’s mansion in his future? Rob navigates the tax increases of the Holcomb administration and questions the effectiveness of the current Republican leadership. We also get into the Covington Catholic DC story, Indiana’s liquor industry has a new investor, and Rob tells us what the shutdown is REALLY about. In sports, Chase Peyton gives us a hunting update. Chris Guffey has the New Castle city election primer….One name is still missing in the primary! Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Jan. 18, 2019

96: Grace Yinger - Pringles Wine / Trump's Catering / Volunteering

Episode 96 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/109 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Sara Morrell fills in as the 3rd chair co-host. Grace Yinger is the featured guest. You might know her from her day job on The Bob and Tom show… Additionally, Grace does a tremendous amount of time volunteering with local animal shelters. The crew talked about the programs they are most passionate about. In a total radio stunt, Dakota has everyone drinking wine out of Pringles cans. The government is still shut down. Trump stole headlines over the Clemson McDonalds dinner and canceling the Speakers trip to Afghanistan. And he catered a dinner with McDonalds and Wendy’s Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Jan. 11, 2019

95: Taxes for Bad Behavior? NFL Playoff update! New County Goverment

Episode 95 of Boss Hog of Liberty, sponsored by Montgomery’s Steakhouse is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/108 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis host a “host only special”. Kade Koger, Chase Peyton, and producer Chris Guffey are in the room! The government is still shut down. We have a brand new congress, perhaps one of the most diverse in the history of our country. What does it mean? The Indiana General Assembly is back and bills are being filed. Dakota previews the bills the show plans to track through the process. Jeremiah takes exception to a bill designed to provide a tax credit to gun owners. Kade is concerned about the Chamber of Commerce wanting to add $2 a pack to cigarettes. The big question of the day, should government taxation be designed to encourage behavior? Chase Peyton is on the sports desk. VERY upset over the Bears losing the Eagles. Everyone tried to make him feel better... Very unsuccessful. Finally, the hosts covered the re-organization meet…
Jan. 4, 2019

94: Liam Pineiro - Getting Catfished? New Years Celebration Traditions

Episode 94 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/107 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis host as always. Chase Peyton was in the 3rd chair. Future MTV star, and current internet SuperStar Liam Pineiro was our featured guest. We talked about Liam applying for a job as the cohost of Catfish on MTV, creating content on YouTube, Podcasts, being the first Vine celebrity, pranking grandma, and winning the Espresso “flip the switch” contest. The Holidays are OVER, we talked about New Year’s rituals, watching the ball drop, Rose Bowl, Rose Parade, and the Winter Classic at Notre Dame. Apparently there was a tragedy running out of food and beer during the 2nd period. But at least an NHL game was played in Indiana. Shamefully, hockey superfan Chris Guffey forgot to go. 2020 Presidential candidates are lining up. Does anyone know who they are? Pop Quiz! Government is still shut down. Does anyone care? If you want your IRS refund, you will want to pay attention.…
Dec. 28, 2018

93: Juice in the Morning - Trump's Wall / Is Santa Real? - Christmas Memories

Episode 93 is now in your feed! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/106 Justin "Juice" Kelly of the Juice in the Morning podcast joined us. Hosts Jeremiah Morrell, Dakota Davis, and Chase Peyton, along with producer Chris Guffey anchored the program. Topics include government shut down, border wall, Trump ruining Santa, Mexican Birthday parties being terrible? Favorite Christmas Memories.
Dec. 21, 2018

92: Tom Saunders - Washington DC & Legislative Preview

Episode 92 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/105 Jeremiah Morrell, Dakota Davis, and Chris Spangle sit down with State Representative Tom Saunders to preview the next session of the General Assembly. We talk about his recent trip to Washington leading the “Roving Elephants”, visiting with the Vice President, touring the White House, and having an incredible visit with Jackie Kennedy’s personal secretary. We talk about the legislative surveys that went out, local jail funding, local taxes, the four mile safety ordinances that may be threatened by a new bill in that is in the Senate. Possible cigarette tax increases for public health, and hate crimes legislation. And we find out of public pensions might be in trouble in Indiana? Enjoy this episode! Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Dec. 14, 2018

91: State Rep Jim Lucas - Legalizing Everything!

Episode 91 of Boss Hog of Liberty is in your feed! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/104 Jeremiah Morrell, Dakota Davis, Chase Peyton, and Chris Guffey were the in studio hosts tonight. State representative Jim Lucas joined the show for the first hour by telephone! Jim represents the southern Indiana communities of Seymour and North Vernon in district 69. Representative Lucas has been leading the charge in the Statehouse on many liberty issues, including CBD oil, industrial hemp, medicinal and recreational cannabis, 2nd amendment issues and much more. We also discussed other legislative issues including education funding, election reform, all other blue laws, and road funding. A MUST listen to episode! Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Dec. 11, 2018

Bonus - BHOL on Juice in the Morning

Dakota and Jeremiah joined the Juice in the Morning podcast. Language warning...Earmuffs needed https://www.facebook.com/juiceinthemorning/
Dec. 7, 2018

90: Red Dead Confessions - Comic Logan Cook - Jiu Jitsu - Jails

Episode 90 of Boss Hog of Liberty is in your feed! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/102 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis co-host, with master hunter Kade Koger sitting in the third chair. There is an active poll for naming the deer that Kade brought to live in the studio with us now, and this week we have a Coyote pelt on the table. The pelt is because the guys have spiraled into Red Dead Redemption gaming. Each host confesses their worst crime. Logan Cook is our featured guest, a veteran of the local comedy scene and a leading Jiu Jitsu / MMA fighter, even having his own move in competition. Logan really does feel like one of the WAL castmates, telling the story of how he infiltrated a Facebook group of psychics. Finally, we get into the meaty subject of our local jail issue and discuss the latest news on proposals to move forward with a solution. Special for our Patreon Only audience, there was a roll between Kade and Logan. Join patreon right now and you get to see how that tur…
Nov. 30, 2018

89: American killed by islanders / The Green New Deal / Manhands

Episode 89 of Boss Hog of Liberty is in your feed! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/101 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are hosts with Kade Koger and Chase Peyton as co-hosts. This episode is basically the guys reading the internet to each other. 95 percent of it is abuse of Chase for not being able to kill a deer, find a deer, or putting a ring on it. Most of the “manhands” comments will be funnier if you have a working knowledge of Seinfeld. Half the crew put of Christmas lights. Thanks to modern technology you can run the Griswold light show for $37 a year instead of $3800. And if you want real entertainment during the holidays, go down to the Rural King. Also…Buy your Christmas prime rib at L&K Farms. Don’t name your kid ABCDE, don’t be a missionary in Indian without a plan, and the “Green New Deal” has mixed reviews from our expert panel. Also…The show has a new mascot. We need your name suggestions! Poll coming soon. We had fun…You will too. Support us on Patreon at www.pa…
Nov. 21, 2018

88: Brent Terhune - Burning Nikes - Killing Bambi

Episode 88 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/100 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are joined by emergency backup co-host Kade Koger. Chase Peyton stood up all of his fans, choosing to spend yet another day deep in the woods chasing Bambi. Kade, being the dominant deer slayer that he is, got his full tag allotment within an hour on Saturday morning. Our special gust this week is Brent Terhune. A travelling stand-up comic, writer on the Bob and Tom show, ghost hunter and viral video expert. We chat about how you become a stand up now, life on the road, and what it is like to have a video with TEN MILLION views. Colin Kaepernick and the Nike’s have been VERY good to Brent. Enjoy this episode! Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Nov. 16, 2018

87: Veterans Day - Statues - Office Hours - Mark Brim & John Voight's car

Episode 87 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/99 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis host a wandering, fun episode of East Central Indiana’s favorite podcast. Recurring guest Mark Brim tells us about New Castle randomness…He saw John Voight’s car! Jeremiah, Sara, and Chris covered the Veterans Day ceremonies, including the re-dedication of the Doughboy. Jeremiah had an incident at the BMV. Dakota was published, again. Chase Peyton showed up late. Somehow the conversation focuses on social media. Mark wants out, Chase has been on it since the beginning of time, Dakota had a My Space? Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Nov. 9, 2018

86: Election Results - Why Jer Lost - Doughboy is up!

Episode 86 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/98 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are joined by regular co-hosts Chase Peyton and Kade Koger to review the 2018 election results. They dig into the local election results, and the noted increase in straight ticket voting over previous years. Jeremiah had disappointing results in his race, however he did outperform most other Libertarian candidates across the country. Finally, they discussed the doughboy refurbishment and the dedication of the monument that is set to happen this coming weekend. Chase has his ideas for the future of the old site. Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Nov. 3, 2018

85: Candidate Series Final - Reno-Fleming vs Malicoat

Episode 85 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/97 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis host the final episode of the 2018 candidate series, sponsored by Big Bounce Inflatables of New Castle. We hosted the candidates for Henry County Council, district 2, Incumbent Democrat Robin Reno Fleming, and challenger Chad Malicoat, the Republican. These are the only two candidates on the ballot in this race. We discussed the county budget, what the council gets right and wrong, the future of a jail, possible new local taxes, wind policy, parks, and much more. Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Nov. 2, 2018

84: Senate Debate - Cravens vs. Gaskill vs. Noland

Episode 84 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/96 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis host the latest in the wildly popular candidates series, sponsored by Weiland’s Flowers of New Castle, and with support of the Henry County League of Women Voters. Henry County has an open State Senate Seat and all three candidates participated in our program. Dave Cravens is the Democrat candidate, Mike Gaskill is the Republican, and Greg Noland is the Libertarian. The district covers portions of Henry, Delaware, and Madison counties. Topics include criminal justice, jails, public education, industrial hemp, medicinal and recreational marijuana policy, property taxes, and potential hate crime legislation. Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Oct. 25, 2018

83: Morrell & Cronk for Council

Episode 83 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/95 Dakota Davis hosts a unique episode of the program in the candidate series. Jeremiah slid over to the candidate chair in his race for the Henry County Council. Pat Cronk accepted our invitation as we dedicated the evening to discuss the issues in the most hotly contested council race in Henry County. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by Weilands Flowers of New Castle. Kenon Gray was extended an invitation, but declined to participate. Topics include the future of our jail, parks, substance abuse, wind energy, tax policy and much more. Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty
Oct. 18, 2018

82: Ferkinhoff For Congress

Tom Ferkinhoff joins the guys in studio for his candidate interview. Tom is Jeannine Lee Lake's favorite Libertarian and is running against her and Greg Pence for Indiana's 6th Congressional District. Jeremiah Morrell and Tom talk a bit about his background, his hobbies, and what inspired his to join the race. Tom originally planned to run as a Republican, before discovering the Libertarian Party and how closely he aligns with their views. Tom is now the Wayne County party chairman. Dakota Davis asks Tom about his campaign issues, which can be found at ferkinhoff2018.com. Sit back, and listen to Tom's views on entitlement spending, taxes, tariffs, and healthcare. Tom tells the voters why he believes himself to be the best candidate for congress in this race. Chase Peyton asks a series of questions, including, which state Tom would get rid of if he had the choice. Chase and Dakota picked Ohio. Sorry, buckeyes. This episode of Boss Hog of Liberty was brought to you by The Slick Pickle…
Oct. 12, 2018

81: Jeannine Lee Lake - Challenging the VP's Brother

Episode 81 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis continue the fan favorite candidate series with Jeannine Lee Lake, candidate for Congress. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by Big Bounce of New Castle. In the co-host seat is New Castle City Councilman, Aaron Dicken. We learn about Jeannine’s interest in politics, the chance meeting with David Letterman and how it helped power her to a win in a crowded primary. This race has been marked by a lack of public appearances and debates by the GOP nominee, Greg Pence, seeking to fill the seat once held by his brother, Vice President Mike Pence. Topics include transparency, energy, education, civil liberties, civil rights, agriculture, tariffs, and much more! Note – all candidates on the ballot were invited to join the program, Tom Ferkinhoff will be joining us next week. Greg Pence has declined our invitation, but if their campaign changes their mind, our door is always open. Support us on Patreon at …
Oct. 5, 2018

80: Council District 3 - Riddle & Clark

Episode 80 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis host the kick off episode of the fan favorite candidate series. Tonight’s episode is sponsored by Wieland’s flowers, Henry Counties favorite florist! We are joined by candidates from the 3rd Henry County Council district, Dakota Clark and Jesse Riddle. Topics include transparency in county government, the future of the jail, parks, and the future of our county budget. We even went the extra step and asked the candidates to identify something that they liked about those in their race, and those already serving. Are you satisfied with their answers? Note – all candidates on the ballot were invited to join the program, Peg Stefandel declined the invitation, and referred voters back to her appearance on episode 55. Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty https://bosshog.fireside.fm/92
Oct. 3, 2018

Bonus: Jeremiah Morrell on Abdul's Political Perspectives

Indy Politics continues its look at the state's political climate. Today we speak with Henry County Libertarian Jeremiah Morrell, who does the Boss Hog of Liberty podcast, to see what issues are facing Hoosiers in the eastern part of the state.
Oct. 2, 2018

BONUS: Henry County Saddle Club - Live Episode

Jeremiah and Dakota took the podcast on the road and did an episode live on location. The crew was invited to join the Henry County Saddle Club at their fall Membership meeting. After the meeting, the guys did interviews with multiple members of the HCSC. Learning the history of the club and why it means so much to so many people. Enjoy!
Sept. 27, 2018

79: League of Women Voters Restarts - The Expo Center Explained

Episode 79 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are re-joined by Sara Morrell in the co-host chair. Somehow this became teacher night on BHOL. As retired teachers Nan Polk and Cathy Hamilton have joined us, along with Sara’s retirement from teaching. Each of them have continued their service to the community through a number of roles! Nan Polk is leading the newly re-started Henry County League of Women Voters organization. They have been behind a voter registration drive, candidate forums, and advocacy for voting district sensibility. Cathy Hamilton works with the Hope Initiative, and is working as the fundraising campaign chair for the new Expo Center inside of Memorial Park. We talk about the future of the park, the prospects for the new facility, different programming that will be available, including Purdue Extension, and the recently announced Henry County Community Foundation. Donations to the Henry County Expo Center are fully tax ded…